Chateauneuf du Pape Charles Giraud 2011 Domaine de Saint-Prefert

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

The 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Collection Charles Giraud is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvedre, with the latter component aged in demi-muids, and bottled unfiltered. It is a full-bodied wine displaying abundant notes of roasted herbs, kirsch, licorice and truffles along with a meaty richness and power. Drink this beauty over the next decade.

Winespectator (94)

This features a dark, warm ganache spine that holds the cherry compote, plum sauce and steeped currant fruit together. Smoldering charcoal and tobacco notes line the finish. Shows solid muscle for the vintage.

BOW (8.25)